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The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers

Helping listeners Save Money, Plan Well and Live Happy™️ in retirement, one conversation at a time! Live YOUR retirement without compromise!

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Episode 206: Tariffs Impact on Retirement and How to...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/04/04

On this episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we dive into some critical issues currently facing America. We emphasize that such fluctuations are a normal part of the investing journey. The ups and downs of the market are inherent, and optimism remains at its core. Our mission is to help you build portfolios that harness this optimism by ensuring they are correlated with the stock market on the way up and strategically uncorrelated during downturns. At RDS Wealth, we specialize in designing

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32:11

Episode 205: How to Have AND KEEP Enough in Retirement

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/03/28

This week on the Retirement Matters podcast, we dive into one of the most crucial aspects of preparing for retirement—knowing what is enough. Think of it this way: You can’t kick a field goal if the goalposts keep moving, and you can’t score in basketball if the hoop is constantly shifting. The same goes for retirement—if we measure our readiness against a constantly moving horizon, we’ll never feel prepared. Understanding what "enough" truly means is the first step in securing a confident

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31:33

Episode 204: The Rules of Retirement...How They...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/03/21

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we discuss how rules change in retirement, one in particular that will greatly impact you if you're not aware of it and how you should be adapting your philosophies, your mindset, and your strategies in retirement investing to adapt to those new rules. The objective is clear - you need to win at this game called life and retirement is a part of that game! That day of retirement changes the rules and knowing what those are is one step further

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31:11

Episode 203: How To Pay For Long Term Care Expenses...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/03/14

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we dive deep into a Cryptocurrency scheme that is sweeping across America. You're not going to want to miss this and know what to be on the lookout for if you are over the age of 60 and have ever Googled the words,"Bitcoin or Cryptocurrency." You are likely a target. We cover at the end of this show long-term care leveraging tools that you need to be aware of if you are trying to plan for end of life care and how to pay for those things. And at the

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32:39

Episode 202: Inflation Again and What to do About it

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/02/28

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we dive into an important issue that affects all retirees: inflation and interest rates, and how they are connected in the current economic landscape. Please note, this episode aired live on February 22, before the Federal Reserve made any definitive announcements about raising interest rates. At that time, there was a lot of speculation about a potential rate hike to manage inflation. If you've been following the show for a while, you know I've

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32:49

Episode 201: Trade Wars, Social Security and...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/02/07

In this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we explore the current trade war and the reasoning behind the tariffs being imposed, offering insights from an American-first perspective. While the specifics of what is being targeted are debatable, the impact of these tariffs on your retirement and finances is clear, and we dive into that discussion. We also cover recent changes to Social Security, including the Social Security Fairness Act passed in early 2025, with a case study on how these

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32:14

Episode 200: George and Martha: A Social Security...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/01/31

In this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we take an in-depth look at a case study to explore the impact of the Social Security Fairness Act on the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). Using two hypothetical clients, Martha and George (names and numbers have been changed for privacy), we’ll illustrate how individuals who haven’t yet begun receiving Social Security benefits—due to these provisions—could be significantly impacted, both positively and

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31:06

Episode 199: You Have Questions We have Answers

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/01/24

In this episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we’re diving into listener questions and unpacking some key topics we’ve been discussing recently. If you’ve been following the podcast in order, you’ll remember the recent updates on the Social Security Act—today, we go a little deeper into that. We also address some common concerns retirees often face, like navigating taxes, Social Security, healthcare, long-term care, and figuring out what steps to take next. Plus, we touch on what to expect from

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31:57

Episode 198: How The Most Recent Changes To Social...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/01/10

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we will discuss both imminent and potential changes to Social Security. The show airs on Saturday, January 4th and Sunday, January 5th right before President Biden signs the bill into law called the Social Security Fairness Act. Since this law was a bipartisan attempt to make Social Security as fair as possible, it's very likely that it is now the law of the land as you hear this show and it will impact all of us. Whether you were a beneficiary of

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32:05

Episode 197: The Stock Market Just Threw A Temper...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2025/01/06

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we are going into the Christmas Holiday season of 2024. This episode was aired originally on the 21st of December 2024 and it was coming off of a fed chair decision in 2024 December 18th to lower interest rates, but in this conversation they discussed that they may not be lowering interest rates as much as they had planned in 2025. The market reacted negatively to this news and from there we have given a little bit of advice on how you should be

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32:32

Episode 195: Retirement Lessons Learned at Universal...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/12/20

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we’re diving into some valuable lessons that you can apply directly to your own retirement strategy. And here’s the twist—these insights were all inspired by a recent family trip to Universal Studios! That’s right, while enjoying some fun with the boys, we discovered real-world lessons that can be easily translated to help you navigate your retirement journey. Just as we planned our trip to Universal Studios with a clear goal in mind—to enjoy the

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31:50

Episode 196: Long Term Care and Inflation - Plan For It!

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/12/19

On this episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we dive into two crucial topics for your retirement plan. First, we discuss inflation and why you should plan for it just like you would for scoring points in basketball—what you had last time isn’t enough to win the game. You need to keep building on your plan to stay ahead of rising costs. Next, we explore long-term care, an often-overlooked but essential part of retirement planning. If you live long enough, you may need help with

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32:36

Episode 194: Winning at Retirement

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/12/13

On this episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we’re diving into what it truly means to "win" at retirement. After all, retirement means different things to different people, and finding success looks different for everyone. In this episode, we’ll offer valuable insights for retirees and show you how to ensure you're on the right path to achieving your retirement goals. Just like in any game, it's essential to understand what games you're playing in retirement. What are the financial challenges

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33:21

Episode 193: Where to Invest as 2024 Comes to a Close

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/12/02

On this week's episode of the Retirement Matters podcast, we’re discussing companies that tend to perform well under Republican leadership. While many of these companies also succeed with Democrats in office, history shows a slight edge during Republican administrations. However, before fully committing to an "America First" investment strategy, it’s important to consider the market shifts expected over the next 6 to 12 months. Changes in trade policies, including new tariffs, will likely impact

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29:32

Episode 192: MAKE RETIREMENT GREAT AGAIN

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/11/18

On this week's episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we talk about how the recent election demonstrated the strength of our democracy, with a smooth transfer of power highlighting our shared values over differences. As we move forward, discussions on government efficiency, tax cuts, and growth policies offer potential opportunities for individuals and the economy. The stock market is reaching historic highs, with the S&P 500 surpassing 6,000 points and the NASDAQ also setting records. Despite a

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32:22

Episode 191: You Have Questions We Have Answers

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/11/06

In this episode of The Retirement Matters podcast, we dive deep into some of the questions you’ve shared as a listener—or maybe even as a viewer of our TV shows. Whitney Eubank joins us to unpack a few key questions that many of you have encountered on your path to retirement. She even touches on some things you might not have considered yet. We tackle four big questions in this episode, all connected by one common theme: tax planning. With just about 12 to 14 months left to make adjustments before

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31:30

Episode 190: Planning for Retirement SHOULD Make...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/11/01

On this episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we dive deep into one essential topic: retirement planning. We explore the significance of having a solid retirement plan, what it entails, and the challenges of retiring without one. I love the analogy we use at the end, comparing retirement planning to solving a maze. If you’ve ever tackled a paper maze, you know the best approach is to start at the end. This principle applies perfectly to retirement. By envisioning your destination first, you can

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32:27

Episode 189: Investing for Growth or Income - Whats...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/10/21

In this episode of the Retirement Matters Podcast, we delve into the crucial distinction between investing for income and investing for growth. These two philosophies are essential to navigate your retirement journey effectively. While we often discuss transitioning from the growth phase to the income phase, it’s vital to understand how to balance both within your investment strategy, which is one of the five key plans you need for a successful retirement. Many people struggle with where to start

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Episode 188: Inflation is Here for a While Plan...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/10/11

On today’s episode of The Retirement Matters podcast, we're discussing a topic that’s becoming all too familiar: inflation. It seems inflation is back in the news, and there’s a specific reason for this—namely, a shift in the Federal Reserve’s mandate. In this episode, I’ll explain why this change may not be the best move right now. We didn’t cover this in detail during the show, so here’s a bonus insight: if I had to use an analogy, I’d say the Fed is expending all its ammunition while the enemy

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32:46

Episode 187: What the GDP May Say About Your...

The Retirement Matters Show with Dale Smothers ·

2024/10/04

On this episode of The Retirement Matters Show, Dale dives into the Q3 GDP report that came out on September 26, 2024 and provides a little bit of education around what market turblence could mean for a retirement plan! We discuss how you can start to build a portfolio- a true retirement plan, not dependent upon the stock market. One that we call a 'Risk On Risk Off' portfolio- allowing you the freedom to live through retirement without fear and worry of running out of money due to volatility. If

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